Pluis Davern shares insights from judging National Owner-Handled Series Group Finals Best in Show at the 2025 AKC National Championship.
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American Kennel Club (AKC)
Claire Wisch Abraham reflects on judging at the 2025 AKC National Championship, highlighting depth of quality and memorable winners.
Daniel Smyth shares insights from judging at the 2025 AKC National Championship, reflecting on preparation, quality, and a standout year.
Andrew Ritter reflects on judging at the 2025 AKC National Championship and shares his take on quality, organization, and the year ahead.
Debbie Melgreen reflects on judging Hound breeds at the 2025 AKC National Championship, sharing highlights, depth of quality, and gratitude.
Britt Jung reflects on judging at the 2025 AKC National Championship, highlighting depth of quality, mentorship, and exhibitor spirit.
Kathleen Ferris shares insights on judging at the 2025 AKC National Championship, reflecting on quality, competition, and sport’s future.
Meet the Junior Handlers
Penny the Doberman Pinscher wins Best in Show at 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, topping 2,500 dogs at Madison Square Garden.
Dog Show History
Explore the history, traditions, and unforgettable moments of the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show, the ultimate showcase for purebred dogs.
Marie Ann Falconer reflects on judging Collies, Shetland Sheepdogs, Spanish Water Dogs and Swedish Vallhunds at the 2025 AKC Nat Championship.
Janina Laurin reflects on judging the Bred-By-Exhibitor Herding Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship.
Dog Shows
Night one of the 150th Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show crowns the Hound, Toy, Non-Sporting, and Herding Group winners at MSG.
Barbara Burns reflects on judging the Bred-By-Exhibitor Working Group at the 2025 AKC National Championship, highlighting dogs and breeders.
